be in the service of
Example Sentences
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“I strongly believe that art does not thrive in isolation, that art has to be in the service of community,” he explains.
From New York Times • Jul. 8, 2022
“This is a huge accomplishment for us and it is the biggest pride to be in the service of religion, the country and the guests of God, the most merciful,” she said.
From Reuters • Jul. 21, 2021
His efforts also would have to be in the service of better preparing students for higher education and careers, which is the school system's primary task.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2018
Those payment changes would be in the service of a larger goal: slowing health-care costs to grow at a rate similar to the rest of the economy.
From Washington Post • May 30, 2012
“I understood the armored bears to be in the service of the Oblation Board,” said Farder Coram in surprise.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
